UP Physicists Present Network Science Research at the House of Representatives
Dr. Reinabelle Reyes and Dr. May Lim of the UP Diliman National Institute of Physics (UPD-CS NIP) presented their research on transport network efficiency at the recent House Committee on Visayas Development meeting on February 6, 2024. Together with independent researcher JC Albert Peralta, Dr. Reyes and Dr. Lim used a 300-year-old math discipline called […].....»»
Accelerating S& T in PH through Research: High-Impact Studies Led by UP Scientists in 2023
Science and technology (S&T) play a vital role in Philippine development, providing innovative solutions to societal challenges faced by Filipinos. In that regard, the University of the Philippines – Diliman College of Science (UPD-CS) has been at the forefront of advancing S&T in the Philippines for decades, producing basic and applied scientific research of high […].....»»
AI Revolutionizes Research & Accreditation: IAREAD Webinar a Resounding Success
by Genevieve Balance KupangThe International Association of Research Ethics Across Disciplines, Inc. (IAREAD, Inc.) hosted an innovative webinar, "Application of AI for Research & Accreditation" on March 18th and 19th, 2024. This training workshop explored the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the research and accreditation landscape,.....»»
House OKs bill revoking franchise of SMNI on final reading
The House Bill which seek to revoke the franchise of Sonshine Media Network International has received 284 yes notes from the members of the House of Representatives......»»
House expedites release of P35M aid for Davao disaster victims
The House of Representatives, in collaboration with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., is expediting the release of P35 million in financial aid and 17,500 food packs to assist the seven congressional districts affected by recent flooding and landslides in the Davao Region. Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez emphasized the urgency of their efforts, aiming to provide substantial assistance to the nearly 45,000 affected families and over 187,000 individuals in the region. Coordination with the Department of Social Welfare and Development is underway to swiftly release PHP5 million to each district through the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations program. The financial aid will support various relief efforts, including infrastructure reconstruction and medical assistance. Tingog Party-list representatives also expressed their commitment to ensuring the assistance reaches those most in need......»»
Closure of 2,000 lotto outlets probed
The House of Representatives on Tuesday investigated the closure of some 2,000 lotto outlets by the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office.The House of Representatives on Tuesday investigated the closure of some 2,000 lotto outlets by the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office......»»
House leaves Quiboloy’s fate to Senate
The House of Representatives will no longer pursue and implement the warrant of arrest it issued against pastor Apollo Quiboloy after it approved on final reading the bill revoking the franchise of the evangelist’s alleged TV network......»»
House revokes SMNI franchise on final reading
Voting 284-4-4, the House of Representatives yesterday approved on third and final reading a bill that seeks to revoke the franchise granted to Swara Sug Media Corp., which operates the Sonshine Media Network International,.....»»
House panel cites Quiboloy for contempt for snubbing SMNI franchise hearings
MANILA, Philippines — Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KJC) founder Apollo Quiboloy has been cited for contempt for still refusing to attend the House of Representatives committee on legislative franchises hearing on the Sonshine Media Network International (SMNI) issue. Surigao del Sur 2nd District Representative Johnny Pimentel moved to hold Quiboloy in contempt after the latter still failed.....»»
House panel to summon Quiboloy, warns of arrest
The House of Representatives committee on legislative franchises yesterday decided to issue a subpoena to Pastor Apollo Quiboloy with regard to the defiant stance of his Sonshine Media Network International despite a temporary shutdown order for violations of its legislative franchise. .....»»
Navy: 2 Chinese research vessels out of Philippine’s EEZ
Two Chinese research vessels spotted “loitering” and doing research in the Philippine Rise, in the Philippines’ eastern seaboard, have left the country’s exclusive economic zone the Philippine Navy said yesterday......»»
‘House outperforms Senate in approving LEDAC bills’
Key officials of the House of Representatives have floated the disparity in the legislative performance of the two chambers of the bicameral Congress, where the Senate paled in comparison to the House......»»
Philippines braces for La Nina, continues to deal with El Nino
MANILA, March 26 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines will continue to implement measures to lessen the impact of the El Nino weather phenomenon, as it braces for the opposite La Nina weather pattern, Philippine Science and Technology Secretary Renato Solidum said Tuesday. Solidum said in a news conference that the Department of Science and Technology's record showed that as of Sunday, 37 provinces across the country hav.....»»
House eyes bigger wage hike of up to P350 a day
MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives is considering a daily minimum wage hike for all private sector workers higher than the P100 proposed by the Senate, including a bill seeking a P350 increase. In a statement on Sunday, House Majority Leader Manuel Jose Dalipe pointed out that the chamber’s members arrived at a consensus.....»»
House moves closer to Cha-cha goal after 6 hearings
The House of Representatives, meeting as a whole committee, took a significant step towards Charter change (Cha-cha) by approving Resolution of Both Houses No. 7 (RBH 7) on Wednesday. This step is similar to endorsing a committee report. House leaders anticipate the next stage, the approval on second reading, to occur next Wednesday or before.....»»
NEWS BRIEFS | 8 February 2024
House Speaker Romualdez visits Army’s 4ID HQ in Cagayan de Oro House Speaker Martin Romualdez visited the headquarters of the Army’s 4th Infantry Division in Camp Evangelista, barangay Patag here on Tuesday. Major Francisco Garello, 4ID spokesperson, said Romualdez came here as part of a two-day Armed Forces of the Philippines and House of Representatives […].....»»
House tightens security after lawmakers get bomb threats
The House of Representatives has been placed on heightened alert following threats received by lawmakers and House staff last week, including bomb threats, Secretary General Reginald Velasco said on Monday......»»
Angeles City students to compete in US science fair
Angeles City students to compete in US science fair.....»»
Aboitiz s big bet on data science bears fruit
Aboitiz s big bet on data science bears fruit.....»»
Haunted past and present
Activists as they are, Ilagan and Lamangan, could not allow the play to leave its audience depressed and hopeless. Their faith in the power of the mass movement seemed endless, ending the play with a positive note, uplifting its cast and audience alike. The post Haunted past and present appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Being Present on your Team’s Small Wins
Success is often measured in grand milestones and major victories in entrepreneurship. However, amidst the towering achievements, the magic lies in the small wins and the crew behind them – those seemingly simple moments that shape the heart and soul of your business and who were responsible for it. For small business owners, being present […].....»»